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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Camp One: April 13, 1996 - 19,500 Feet.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Andy Harris' wife's name, as Krakauer finds out from hiking with him?
(a) Lola Harris
(b) Mary Richardson
(c) Fiona Stevenson
(d) Maddie Lane

2. What kind of attitude does Fischer have towards mountain climbing?
(a) Full speed ahead
(b) Highly organized and efficient
(c) Don't take chances
(d) Zen and serene

3. What is the name of Scott Fischer's climbing organization?
(a) Mountain Explorers
(b) Adventure Galore
(c) Mountain Madness
(d) Adventure Consultants

4. Krakauer considers himself to be _____ to think he has what it takes to climb Everest.
(a) Delusional
(b) Confident
(c) Courageous
(d) An expert

5. Which magazine does Krakauer query in order to climb Mount Everest for a story?
(a) Field and Stream
(b) Outside
(c) The Rock
(d) Mountain Climbing

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the guides have already become ill as a result of the conditions at Lobuje?

2. From what country is the man who is trying to ascent to the summit on his own?

3. What does Krakauer notice about the Sherpas' culture when they arrive in Namche?

4. What doesn't Base Camp have as one of its many luxurious amenities?

5. Who is described as being from New Zealand, having a full beard, and being gregarious and funny?

(see the answer key)

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